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MANCHESTER UNITED and World Cup-winning defender, Raphael Varane, has STUNNED France by retiring from international football aged 29, according to reports. Varane made 93 appearances in his near decade-long international career. But according to Le Parisien , the defender does not want to push on towards the century mark and will retire from international football. Varane played at the World Cup in Qatar last November-December and helped his country reach a second consecutive final. However, France were beaten on penalties by Argentina after a 3-3 thriller. Varane would like to spend more time with his family, as well as limited the chances of big injuries in the latter stages of his career. READ MORE ON MAN UTD OLD DEVILS Man Utd’s 1992-93 champions look unrecognisable at reunion - can you name all 9? MASSIVE DEAL Everton vs Arsenal: Gunners at 20/1 or Toffees at huge 150/1 with William Hill … [Read more...] about Man Utd star Raphael Varane STUNS France by retiring from international football aged just 29 after World Cup final loss

Ten Hag comments as Man Utd reach Carabao Cup final SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Manchester United have received a boost with Raphael Varane planning to retire from international duty, according to reports in France. The 29-year-old won the World Cup for his nation but his international career ended in heartbreak following the 2022 final defeat to Argentina in Qatar. Related articles Antony branded a 'bluffer' in Ashley Young comparison - 'Embarrassing' Ten Hag sees Jadon Sancho heading in one direction due to two reasons Varane has won 93 caps for his nation having been an integral part of Les Blues' defence for the best part of the last decade. However, he has called time on his … [Read more...] about Man Utd title plans boosted by Raphael Varane as star retires from France duty at 29

ENGLAND will be taking on France in round 4 of the huge Six Nations tournament. Eddie Jones' side will be hoping to avenge their defeat from the grand finale last year. And the man tasked with handling proceedings is New Zealander Ben O'Keeffe. JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET A FREE £10 BONUS WITH 100s OF GAMES TO PLAY AND NO DEPOSIT REQUIRED (Ts&Cs apply) Who is Ben O'Keeffe? Ben O'Keeffe was born in Auckland, but grew up on New Zealand's South Island in Blenheim. He was head boy at his secondary school and has forged a successful career outside of rugby. O'Keeffe has a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from the University of Otago, graduating in 2012. He practises as a doctor in ophthalmology and co-founded a social enterprise called oDocs Eye Care, which aims to create medical technology to help prevent blindness. O'Keeffe started refereeing in 2008 at the age of 19 and made his Super Rugby debut in 2015. He has been an international referee since … [Read more...] about Who is England vs France referee Ben O’Keeffe? Doctor from New Zealand selected for Calcutta Cup Six Nations game

SUMMER is one of the most expensive times of the year to go on holiday but if you’re flexible about where you go, there are some real bargains around. We found a week-long getaway for just £116pp - and it includes flights and accommodation. But there are lots of other options around, even if you want to head for the coast. Here are some of the best Atol-protected package breaks for August. British Airways Holidays 7 nights self catering at 4* Residence Le Belmont , France, departing London Heathrow on August 23, from £239pp 7 nights self catering at 3* Residence La Foret , France, departing London Heathrow on August 19, from £275pp 7 nights room only at 4* Yomo Patagonia , Andorra, departing London Heathrow on August 30, from £289pp Love Holidays 7 nights room only at 4* Golden Tulip Bordeaux - Euratlantique , France, departing London Stansted on August 3, from £116pp 7 nights room only at 3* Hôtel Kyriad Saint-Quentin , France, departing Manchester … [Read more...] about Cheap August holiday deals including Spain, France and Greece – from £116pp

Ukraine: Zelenskyy's request for F-16 jets discussed by expert SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Emmanuel Macron has infuriated Russia over his reluctance to rule out sending fighter jets to Ukraine . The French President said France does not exclude sending fighter jets but set out conditions before such a step is taken, including not leading to an escalation of tensions or using the aircraft “to touch Russian soil,” and not resulting in weakening “the capacities of the French army.” Related articles Britain to get 148 of world's most advanced tanks, says Ben Wallace Putin planning sick February 'anniversary' attack with 500k troops The comments sparked fury in Moscow where Maria … [Read more...] about Macron faces wrath of Putin after he fails to rule out sending fighter jets to Ukraine

This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate 8 LONDON (AP) — Global energy giant Shell said Thursday that its annual profits doubled to a record high last year as oil and natural gas prices soared after Russia's invasion of Ukraine. London-based Shell Plc posted adjusted earnings of $39.9 billion for 2022 in its financial results for the final three months of the year. Adjusted earnings in the fourth quarter, which exclude one-time items and fluctuations in the value of inventories, rose by 50%, to $9.8 billion, from the same period a year earlier. Shell is the latest oil company to report bumper profits, which risks reigniting public anger that the fossil fuel industry do more to offset high energy bills for households and small businesses as well as cut climate-changing carbon emissions. U.S.-based Exxon Mobil also posted record annual profits days earlier, while U.K. rival BP and France’s … [Read more...] about Shell profit doubles to record as war drives up energy costs

KYLIAN MBAPPE is set to miss PSG's huge clash with Bayern Munich in the Champions League due to injury. The French star sustained a thigh strain during yesterday's 3-1 win at Montpellier. He now faces three weeks on the sidelines and will miss some crucial games, according to Get Football News France . By far the biggest is PSG's last 16 game against Bayern with the French giants still chasing their first Champions League trophy. It has become almost an obsession for Paris Saint-Germain but they have fallen short repeatedly over the last few years. Mbappe, widely seen as among the world's best players, would have been as a key factor in overcoming the German opponents. READ MORE ON FOOTBALL RAP IT UP Raphael Varane STUNS France by retiring from international football aged just 29 FAB £30 Bonus: Get £30 in FREE BETS when you stake £10 with Sky Bet -18+ T&Cs apply But with only 12 days until the … [Read more...] about Kylian Mbappe suffers heartbreaking injury and will miss PSG clash with Bayern Munich in Champions League

Salesforce, San Francisco’s largest private employer, laid off thousands of employees early Thursday morning as the tech giant moves forward in its plan to cut its workforce by 10%. The corporate software company blamed the layoff rounds, originally announced on Jan. 4, on overhiring during the pandemic. In a two-hour meeting the following day, CEO Marc Benioff complained that just half of the company’s salespeople were responsible for 96% of sales, according to a CNBC report . In San Francisco, Thursday’s layoff round hit 258 workers, affecting “sales and customer service,” “technology and product” and “general administration,” according to a WARN notice obtained by SFGATE. WARN notices are mandated by the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act to notify employees of mass layoffs. The 10% cut, which began a brutal January of tech layoff announcements, will eventually leave about 7,000 people out of work. Insider reported Thursday that 4,000 people vanished … [Read more...] about Salesforce, SF’s largest employer, drops more people as part of January layoffs

Michel Barnier speaks on third anniversary on Brexit SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Michel Barnier has insisted Brexit was a "lose lose game" for both the UK and the EU. Addressing the latest developments of the Brexit negotiations with Anand Menon on Wednesday afternoon, he told participants to a "UK in a Changing Europe" event: "There is no advantages for nobody. Brexit is a lose lose game for the two parts." Related articles Five big Brexit battles that remain three years after leaving the EU I was an arch Remainer but re-joining EU now is a no-go - COMMENT Asked whether Brexit had made the EU stronger, he said: "I don't think so. I think Brexit is a failure for the EU. … [Read more...] about Michel Barnier admits ‘lose lose’ Brexit changed EU as bloc ‘no longer what’ UK left

Martin Lewis shares tips for boosting state pension SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The UK state pension age is 66 years old for both men and women but is due to increase to 67 between 2026 and 2028, and a further rise to 68 is set to occur shortly after, sooner than expected. Yet a new Express.co.uk poll has found that the state pension age should be 65 years old. Related articles State pension age changes spark warning to prepare for 'shortfall' State pension age to rise with triple lock at risk in future The UK Government regularly reviews the state pension age under the Pensions Act 2014 to evaluate its appropriateness compared to the latest data including life expectancy. The … [Read more...] about The age YOU think the state pension age should start – YOUR VERDICT